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The 3R issues (Race, Religion, and Royalty) play a pivotal role in shaping social relations and political stability in Malaysia. However, the sensitivity surrounding these issues often presents challenges to sustaining national harmony, particularly within a multi-ethnic and multi-religious society. This article aims to analyse government policies and approaches within the Malaysia Madani framework in addressing the challenges and sentiments associated with the 3Rs, and the need to reinvigorate the Rukun Negara as the foundation of national cohesion. This study adopts a qualitative approach through the analysis of legal documents, official government reports and policies, as well as relevant scholarly literature, to assess the relationship between the values of Malaysia Madani and the principles of the Rukun Negara. The findings indicate that core values of Malaysia Madani, such as compassion (ihsan), respect, and trust are aligned with the Rukun Negara’s principles in promoting unity and mutual understanding across ethnic and religious lines. Nevertheless, challenges such as declining sensitivity and the manipulation of 3R sentiments for narrow political gain call for strategic control measures, including effective civic education and robust legal enforcement. This article proposes a holistic approach that integrates Malaysia Madani values and Rukun Negara principles to cultivate lasting national harmony.
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